Removal

HINT:

Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the fuel pump assembly (See page ).

1. DISCHARGE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE

(a) Discharge fuel system pressure (See page ).

2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

NOTICE:

When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (See page ).

3. REMOVE REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Remove the rear seat assembly LH (See page ).

4. REMOVE REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY RH

(a) Remove the rear seat assembly RH (See page ).

5. REMOVE REAR FLOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER

(a) Turn over the rear floor carpet and the rear floor silencer.

(b) Remove the service hole cover and disconnect the fuel pump connector.

6. REMOVE FUEL SUCTION TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH PUMP AND GAUGE

(a) Remove the tube joint clip, and pull out the fuel pump tube. Text in Illustration *1 Tube Joint Clip *2 Fuel Tube Joint *3 Fuel Tube *4 O-ring *5 Fuel Suction Plate NOTICE: Before removing the tube joint clip, check for foreign matter around the clip. Clean it if necessary. Keep the O-rings free of foreign matter, as they become contaminated easily. Do not use any tools in this procedure. Do not forcefully bend or twist the tube. Put the tube in a plastic bag to prevent damage and contamination. If the fuel suction plate and tube are stuck together, pinch the tube and turn it carefully to disconnect it. Be careful not to damage the clip. If the clip is damaged, replace it.

(b) Remove the 8 bolts and the fuel tank vent tube set plate. HINT: While holding the fuel suction tube by hand, remove the fuel tank vent tube set plate.

(c) Disconnect the clip and fuel tube.

(d) Remove the fuel suction tube assembly with pump and gauge from the fuel tank.

NOTICE:

• Make sure that the sender gauge arm does not bend.

• Do not damage the fuel suction tube.

(e) Remove the fuel suction tube set gasket from the fuel tank.